EPL is pleased to offer Settlement Services at the library to help newcomers find answers and referrals to common questions about moving to Canada and settling into their new home, including:
• housing search
• transportation system
• employment/job search
• education system/training
• language classes
• immigration issues
• interpretation/translation
• legal services
• health insurance
• subsidized childcare
• social insurance card
• social assistance
• banking
This program is funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada and is provided in partnership with the Edmonton Immigrant Services Association (EISA).
Services are free for eligible clients and currently available at three locations: Stanley A. Milner Library (Downtown), Londonderry, Mill Woods and **Whitemud Crossing**. To find out more about Settlement Services at EPL, visit any of these locations or contact our settlement practitioners:"
2. Library materials
" Library Collections
Borrow books, movies, music and even video games - experience everything from fiction, non-fiction, kids' books, self-help, technology and more...all for FREE. Search our catalogue to find what you're looking for.
Newspapers and Magazines
Use [[/licensed-databases/press-display-todays-newspapers|Press Display]] to stay connected with your home country. Press Display gives you online access to over 800 newspapers from 80 countries in 38 languages.
[[/licensed-databases/%E4%BA%BA%E6%96%87%E6%9C%9F%E5%88%8A%E7%AC%AC%E4%B8%80%E7%BD%91-chinese-magazines|人文期刊第一网 - Chinese magazines]] - Read the full text of hundreds of Chinese language magazines.
You can search for newspaper articles in several of our [[/digital-content/database-by-subject|databases]] (e.g., Globe and Mail historical, Canadian News, Business & Current Affaris, Canadian Periodical Index.)
World Languages and Language Resources
World language materials in over 40 languages - books, movies and music.
**Family Language Kits** are available in a variety of languages. It's a fun way for the family to practice English together."
3.Online resources
Computer Access
[[/services/wireless-internet|Unlimited Wi-Fi]] access at all 17 branches
Free computer access for Internet, word processing and printing to assist in job searching and resumes
See [[/node/1512|step-by-step instructions]] on how to use My EPL online Licensed Databases
Access to over 100 databases to help you find information on almost anything, from careers and employment to health and personal finance. Here are a few of our most popular databases for newcomers:
[[/licensed-databases/learning-express-test-library|Learning Express Test Library]]: Tests, test preparation tools, courses and career preparation for students and adults
[[/licensed-databases/mango-language-learning|Mango Online Language Learning]]: One of the most advanced online language learning programs available which includes more than 30 languages for English speakers and English language courses for speakers of 15 other languages
[[/licensed-databases/career-crusing|Career Cruising]]: Online career guidance and planning system with tools to find the right career and to explore education and training options
[[/licensed-databases/press-display-todays-newspapers|Press Display]]: Over 800 newspapers from around the world - same day coverage from 80 countries in 38 languages
[[/licensed-databases/oxford-english-dictionary|Oxford English Dictionary]]: Up-to-date English language dictionary
[[/licensed-databases/oxford-language-dictionaries|Oxford Language Dictionaries]]: Fully searchable, completely comprehensive bilingual dictionaries; includes tools for writing and applying for jobs and sample resumes
[[/licensed-databases/health-wellness-resource-center|Health & Wellness Resource Center]]: Dictionaries, encyclopedias and articles on medical, statistical, health and related information
See all of our [[/digital-content/database-by-subject|licensed databases]]. Recommended Links
EPL's Health Guide A variety of health resources including databases and websites with health information in several languages.
EPL's Jobs and Education Guide Valuable information and resources to assist with job searches and education choices. Includes information for foreign workers and test preparation tools.
[[/interests/multicultural/newcomers/agencies|Useful Information for Newcomers to Edmonton]] A list of agencies and organizations in the Edmonton area that can help newcomers.
Learn English at the Library (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
This program is offered in partnership with the YWCA and Calgary Public Library. The program is designed for newcomers to Calgary, ages 18 and up. This course will help improve your English reading, writing and speaking skills. This is a fee- based program. A non-refundable fee of $45 is payable in person at the branch where the course is offered. Register in person at the Library branch convenient to you.
Vancouver Public Library has Skilled Immigrant Info Centre, a free service by VPL help you find the information you need to get a job in your field.
Languages: Chinese, French, Japanes, Hindi, Vietnamese.http://skilledimmigrants.vpl.ca/index.php/infocentre/
Contacting the Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre
Hours of operation
EPL has three pages of sections for newcomers.
1. Settlement Services-http://www.epl.ca/interests/multicultural/newcomers
"
Services are free for eligible clients and currently available at three locations: Stanley A. Milner Library (Downtown), Londonderry, Mill Woods and **Whitemud Crossing**. To find out more about Settlement Services at EPL, visit any of these locations or contact our settlement practitioners:"
2. Library materials
"
Library Collections
- Borrow books, movies, music and even video games - experience everything from fiction, non-fiction, kids' books, self-help, technology and more...all for FREE. Search our catalogue to find what you're looking for.
Newspapers and Magazines- Use [[/licensed-databases/press-display-todays-newspapers|Press Display]] to stay connected with your home country. Press Display gives you online access to over 800 newspapers from 80 countries in 38 languages.
- [[/licensed-databases/%E4%BA%BA%E6%96%87%E6%9C%9F%E5%88%8A%E7%AC%AC%E4%B8%80%E7%BD%91-chinese-magazines|人文期刊第一网 - Chinese magazines]] - Read the full text of hundreds of Chinese language magazines.
- You can search for newspaper articles in several of our [[/digital-content/database-by-subject|databases]] (e.g., Globe and Mail historical, Canadian News, Business & Current Affaris, Canadian Periodical Index.)
World Languages and Language Resources3.Online resources
Computer Access
- [[/services/wireless-internet|Unlimited Wi-Fi]] access at all 17 branches
- Free computer access for Internet, word processing and printing to assist in job searching and resumes
EPL's Website - **www.epl.ca**- Get exclusive digital content including eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers, eMusic, eVideos and databases
- Search the online catalogue for your favourite books, CDs, DVDs, video games and more
- Manage your library account using My EPLonline
- See what you have out and when it's due
- Place and check holds
- Review and pay fines
- Renew materials, including your membership
See [[/node/1512|step-by-step instructions]] on how to use My EPL onlineLicensed Databases
- Access to over 100 databases to help you find information on almost anything, from careers and employment to health and personal finance. Here are a few of our most popular databases for newcomers:
- [[/licensed-databases/learning-express-test-library|Learning Express Test Library]]: Tests, test preparation tools, courses and career preparation for students and adults
- [[/licensed-databases/mango-language-learning|Mango Online Language Learning]]: One of the most advanced online language learning programs available which includes more than 30 languages for English speakers and English language courses for speakers of 15 other languages
- [[/licensed-databases/career-crusing|Career Cruising]]: Online career guidance and planning system with tools to find the right career and to explore education and training options
- [[/licensed-databases/press-display-todays-newspapers|Press Display]]: Over 800 newspapers from around the world - same day coverage from 80 countries in 38 languages
- [[/licensed-databases/oxford-english-dictionary|Oxford English Dictionary]]: Up-to-date English language dictionary
- [[/licensed-databases/oxford-language-dictionaries|Oxford Language Dictionaries]]: Fully searchable, completely comprehensive bilingual dictionaries; includes tools for writing and applying for jobs and sample resumes
- [[/licensed-databases/health-wellness-resource-center|Health & Wellness Resource Center]]: Dictionaries, encyclopedias and articles on medical, statistical, health and related information
See all of our [[/digital-content/database-by-subject|licensed databases]].Recommended Links
Calgary Public Library
only in English1. New Canadians:
http://calgarypubliclibrary.com/services/new-canadians
Learn English at the Library (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
This program is offered in partnership with the YWCA and Calgary Public Library. The program is designed for newcomers to Calgary, ages 18 and up. This course will help improve your English reading, writing and speaking skills. This is a fee- based program. A non-refundable fee of $45 is payable in person at the branch where the course is offered. Register in person at the Library branch convenient to you.
Working together project by VPL:
http://www.librariesincommunities.ca/
Research and statistics from CIC
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/menu-research-stats.asp